2018 Genesis G80 Buyer's Guide

by Allyson Harwood | January 8, 2018 9:16 AM

The G80 enters its sophomore year with a variety of upgrades.

As Hyundai's luxury division enters its second year of exisence, its G80 sedan gains updated styling, new features and a new G80 Sport trim. Combining the lowest starting price in the segment with an excellent warranty and a long list of impressive features, the G80 continues to win buyers seeking more amenities for their money.

What's New

For 2018, a new Sport trim joins the G80 lineup and features a 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine, sport-tuned 8-speed transmission and an adaptive sport suspension. All G80s receive revised styling inside and out and a new analog fuel gauge. New standard safety features include Pedestrian Detection and Driver Attention Alert.

Driving It

"With a ride more Lexus GS than BMW 5 Series, the G80 appeals to those who seek comfort, power and all the latest bells and whistles in a vehicle that is also safe, attractive and reasonably priced. From the base V6 and potent V8 versions, to the new twin-turbocharged Sport, the Genesis G80 sedan for 2018 provides everything you’ll find in an Audi A6 or Lexus GS at a price neither of them can match." Read more in our full review.

The 2018 Genesis G80 starts just shy of $43,000 with a V6 and rear-wheel drive and tops out north of $60,000, with all the amenities plus V8 power and all-wheel drive. Build and price your own G80 right here at KBB.com to unlock its Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price, 5-Year Cost to Own and more.

More Midsize Luxury Options

The G80 is an appealing package, but there's also no denying the appeal of long-time favorites like the Lexus GS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6. Check out KBB's Midsize Luxury Sedan Buyer's Guide before picking a favorite.